Vijay Kumar Kaul & Ors vs U.O.I. & Ors

The Supreme Court ruled that the appellants, who were selected for the post of Lower Division Clerks (LDCs) but not appointed due to a ban, were entitled to similar benefits as those granted to other selected candidates. The Court emphasized the principle of equality and fair treatment under Article 14 of the Constitution, holding that the appellants should be granted the same appointment date and consequential benefits as their counterparts. The Court directed the respondents to extend the benefits of seniority and back wages to the appellants, thereby upholding their claim for parity.